What to Look for in a Great Disability Lawyer
Have you submitted a disability benefits claim and are waiting to hear whether or not it’s been approved? Unfortunately, the odds are stacked against you. Only 23% of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims are approved at the initial application stage. Sometimes, even less if you did not use a disability lawyer. Of course, you…
Four Examples of Sedentary Work And Why They May Not Apply to You
In order to win your appeal for Social Security disability, you must prove that your limitations from injury or illness prevent you from not only doing your recent job but any job that is also less demanding but within your ability to do. This is difficult, especially for younger people. Social Security believes that younger…
Substantially Gainful Activity Explained, and Examples
Social Security Disability benefits are predicated on whether or not you can perform Substantially Gainful Activity (SGA), so it makes sense that a disability blog should define that a bit better and provide examples. Defining Substantially Gainful Activity (SGA) Social Security bases their definition of disability on your ability to work (or perform tasks like working)…
Here’s What You Should Do Now That You’ve Filed Your Social Security Disability Claim
You’ve filed for Social Security Disability (or SSI) because you’re unable to work due to an injury or illness. Great job! But now what can you do to set yourself up of the best possible chance of success? Here are four things to do for anyone who has filed a social security disability claim….
5 Reasons Social Security Denied Your Disability Claim When Your Doctor Said You Were Disabled
If you’re wondering why Social Security denied your disability when your doctor soundly believed that your ailments were disabled…you’re not alone! That may offer some relief, but now that you’ve been denied (or were denied some time ago), you need to get ready to take another look at your application for social security disability. …
How to Choose a Social Security Lawyer in Spokane
If you’re looking for a Social Security Lawyer in Spokane, WA or northern Idaho here’s a checklist of five things to consider. Are they actually located in Spokane? Are they Connected to the Community of Spokane? Do they Help You to Understand Your Social Security Claim? Are they an Expert Are they Approachable? Are they…
How to Choose a Social Security Lawyer
Do you know how to choose a Social Security Lawyer? If you’re in the process of applying for Social Security Disability, or if you’ve already applied and are looking to get a bit more help for an appeal – then the following criteria can help you select the best Social Security lawyer for your case….
10 Steps to Winning A Social Security Appeal (Step-by-Step)
If you have applied for SSI or SSDI, you probably know that for many, getting approved on your first shot is a challenge. Getting approved is not an impossible challenge, but the odds can be against you. If you now have, or fear that you will have a denial letter in hand, here’s a step-by-step…
When is it Too Late to Hire a Disability Attorney?
Are you the type of person that likes to figure out how everything works? The type of person that seeks to try to first figure things out on your own? If so, you are not alone. A lot of (future) clients tend to work through the disability process on their own.. at first. You will…
Social Security Myth #4
DISABILITY CLAIMS ARE SOARING! If you were to turn on the nightly news you might come away with the impression that disability claims have soared in recent years. Perhaps everyone is onto the secret? Social Security Disability is a way to get compensation from the Federal Government for being unable to work because of…
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